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Closing Arguments: Obama's Madame Secretary?

November 15, 2008 12:05 AM

From bitter Democratic rival, to campaign ally, to...Madame Secretary?

So did he or didn't he? And will she or won't she?

The answer to the first question is yes, president-elect Barack Obama did discuss with Hillary Clinton the possibility of her serving in his administration as secretary of state. They met yesterday in Chicago.   

Sources tell ABC News that it was a "very serious conversation," but no firm offer was made and there are other powerhouse names that are also uner consideration.

For now, her level of interest remains unclear.

So, tonight, we ask you: Do you think Hillary Clinton would the right pick for secretary of state? 

Tell us what you think.

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She's smart, she's savvy, she's diplomatic, she's loyal, and she deserves it.

Posted by: Kim | Nov 15, 2008 12:11:37 AM

no- she disagrees with hi s basic approach of talking to adversaries and she d try to upstage him

Posted by: sarah | Nov 15, 2008 12:23:33 AM

no- she disagrees with hi s basic approach of talking to adversaries and she d try to upstage him

Posted by: sarah | Nov 15, 2008 12:23:35 AM

I think Hilary would be an asset to Obama's cabinet and she deserves it.

Posted by: Jane | Nov 15, 2008 12:26:07 AM

Just plain NOOOOOOO!

Posted by: Nick | Nov 15, 2008 12:32:36 AM

She is more qualified than Richardson and Kerry.

Posted by: sn | Nov 15, 2008 12:34:38 AM

Yes Hillary should be Madame Secretary after all if it weren't for Hillary Obama would not be Mr. President

Posted by: candy savarese | Nov 15, 2008 12:35:27 AM

She's knowledgeable, competent and intelligent. Unfortunately, many people (mainly press and media) thought that she didn't have what it takes about foreign relations make fun of her for the kosovo/Bosnia-Herzegovina area incident. Because of that, I say give it to Governor Richardson and let him prove How much he learn while Ambassador to the UN. The Honrable Senator from New York should stay in the senate where she can help the formation, amendment and approval of new laws and economic and social policies to strenghthen the Nation.

Posted by: Edgar | Nov 15, 2008 12:36:15 AM

No. HR Clinton brings too much BAGGAGE to a Cabinet post -- namely WJ Clinton. In my opinion, we've seen their agenda and it isn't the CHANGE needed in the United States right now. Let's see her earn such a position on her own merits as a senator. Perhaps she could earn a senior committee position to demonstrate her readiness to take on more responsibility.

Posted by: dray | Nov 15, 2008 12:36:42 AM

No. She doesn't represent America. Wouldn't it be nice if he kept the one we have now. Our current Sec. of State is doing a fine job.

Posted by: Barbara | Nov 15, 2008 12:37:14 AM

Hillary is THE BEST choice!!

Posted by: Molly | Nov 15, 2008 12:40:29 AM

Where is the "CHANGE" of Obama's platform. He has hired most of the Clinton team. Change???? Change??? Yes for the worse.

Posted by: Rose | Nov 15, 2008 12:41:47 AM

Yes! Yes! Yes! Hillary (and Bill) is highly respected in many foreign countries. She is very intelligent, diplomatic, qualified, and a real asset. Two thumbs up!

Posted by: Ellen | Nov 15, 2008 12:43:44 AM

I believe she would complement President_Elect's Cabinent/Administration. She's qualified, experienced, dedicated to her party and knows protocol.

Posted by: Audrey | Nov 15, 2008 12:48:57 AM

Yes, She is the right person for the job. Yes! Yes! Yes! Yes!Yes! Yes! Yes! Yes!Yes! Yes! Yes! Yes!Yes! Yes! Yes! Yes!

Thank you.

Posted by: yvette | Nov 15, 2008 12:49:31 AM

It is not that I don't beleive that Hillary Clinton would do a good job as Secretary of State, but rather that Bill Richardson, who has also been asked, might be a better qualified receptient of that post. Bill Richardson has a excellent track record as a negotiator during delicate dialogue with other heads of state and high ranking officials. And I still see Hillary Clinton serving Barrack Obama's presidency in a important and meaningfull capacity.

Posted by: Jeff in Fla | Nov 15, 2008 12:50:33 AM

Hillary Clinton would be a great Secretary of State!

She is strong and known on the international political scene. And Obama needs the best and brightest in each position of the cabinet, because there is so much to be fixed from the last eight years.

Posted by: J. Clayton | Nov 15, 2008 12:53:58 AM


Hillary would make a great Secretary
of State. I hope Obama doesn't make
another mistake - she sould have been
the VP

Posted by: BJHM | Nov 15, 2008 12:55:26 AM

Hillary definitely would be a perfect Secretary of State. She knows issues, people, and history involved throughout the world. She is tactful and tireless and a "team player" for the country. She's a diplomat, who would represent our country well. And during the debates, she made it clear that she believed that the President should not meet initially with some heads of state without first having someone of a "lower level" meet with that person. What better person than Hillary!

Posted by: Annie | Nov 15, 2008 12:58:05 AM

I am a Hilary supporter and a Obama voter and being Afro American very proud of both positions and I think with her savvy and party loyalty the Democratics she would be perfect for the position.

Posted by: patsy palmer | Nov 15, 2008 1:07:42 AM

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